Energy Performance Certificate
26 Carisbrooke Avenue
B37 7SG
BIRMINGHAM
Current
B
83
Potential
B
85
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached house is located in BIRMINGHAM, B37 7SG. The property offers 73m² (786 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. With an EPC rating of B (83/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £777, comprising £478 for heating, £199 for hot water, and £100 for lighting. The property produces 1.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.
How Does 26 Carisbrooke Avenue Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 83/100, this BIRMINGHAM property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £777 are approximately £1023 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. CO2 emissions of 1.4 tonnes/year are less than half the UK household average, making this an environmentally friendly choice.
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the B37 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs BIRMINGHAM
vs B37
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 83/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 15% nationally
Energy Costs: £35/year more than the BIRMINGHAM average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 22 Jun 2024
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Property Information
Full Address
26 Carisbrooke Avenue
B37 7SG
BIRMINGHAM
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 2007-2011
Floor Area
73.0 m²
3.0 total rooms
3.0 heated
Tenure
Rented (social)
Efficiency Score
83 / 100
Potential: 85
CO₂ Emissions
1.4 tonnes/year
19 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
108 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
22 Jun 2024
rental
About BIRMINGHAM
BIRMINGHAM is situated in Birmingham, West Midlands. Properties in BIRMINGHAM have an average EPC rating of D (score 60/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £264 below the BIRMINGHAM average, offering good value. The B37 postcode district contains over 12600 registered properties. As a modern build, this property benefits from contemporary construction standards and improved energy efficiency requirements.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£478.0/yr
Hot Water
£199.0/yr
Save £84/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£100.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, insulated (assumed)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, insulated (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Bishop Wilson Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2019
Windy Arbor Primary School
PrimaryColeshill Heath School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2021
WMG Academy for Young Engineers (Solihull)
SecondaryLast inspected: Feb 2019
St Anne's Catholic Primary School
PrimaryFordbridge Community Primary School
PrimaryTudor Grange Academy Kingshurst
SecondaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
John Henry Newman Catholic College
SecondaryLast inspected: Nov 2021
About school ratings: Ofsted ratings range from Outstanding to Inadequate. These ratings are based on inspections of teaching quality, leadership, pupil behavior, and safety. Note that school catchment areas vary - check with the school or local council for admission details.
Data source: School information from Get Information About Schools (GIAS). Distances are approximate. Always verify school catchment areas directly with the school or local education authority.
Broadband & Connectivity
Average download speed: 500 Mbps
Download Speed
Upload Speed
Available Providers
What do these speeds mean? 10-30 Mbps: Good for browsing and streaming. 30-100 Mbps: Great for multiple users and HD streaming. 100-300 Mbps: Excellent for 4K streaming and gaming. 300+ Mbps: Perfect for large households and heavy internet use.
Data source: Broadband speeds are from Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 report (July 2025 release). Data shows typical speeds available in this postcode area. Actual speeds at this specific property may vary depending on line quality, distance from exchange, and chosen provider. Always verify availability with providers before committing.
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Area Safety
The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
108 incidents (38%)
Criminal damage
46 incidents (16%)
Vehicle crime
31 incidents (11%)
Shoplifting
24 incidents (9%)
Theft
13 incidents (5%)
About this data: Crime statistics show incidents reported during April 2026 within a 1-mile radius. Data from Police.uk, updated monthly.
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About this EPC: Energy Performance Certificates are valid for 10 years and are required when a property is built, sold, or rented. Learn more about EPCs or book an EPC assessment.
Cost estimates are approximate and actual savings may vary. Find local tradesmen to get accurate quotes for improvements.
Data Sources: This report contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
Data from: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, and Police.uk crime statistics.